Operator Circle
Overview
Operator Circle is a Zurich-based, operator-led venture capital firm that invests in Deeptech scaleups in the DACH region. It comprises over 35 C-level executives and founders from prominent Swiss scale-ups who invest alongside top-tier VCs. The firm focuses on Series A and B growth rounds, contributing 'operator tickets' ranging from CHF 250,000 to CHF 1 million.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| VÆRIDION | Nov 2026 | Series A Extension | Co-investor |
Key People
Enzo Wälchli
GP, Managing Partner
Audrey Camp
Venture Partner
Fredrik Isler
Venture Partner
Herbert Sablotny
Venture Partner
Johannes Tiefenthaler
Venture Partner
John Forslund
Venture Partner
Kevin Sartori
Venture Partner
Tim Oliver Pietsch
Venture Partner
Christian Schluchter
CTO
Romain Farkas
Chief Technology Officer
Felix Hupfauf
CFO
Victor Chaubert
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
David Nydegger
Chief Product Officer
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Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Operator Circle based?
Operator Circle is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.
When was Operator Circle founded?
Operator Circle was founded in 2026.
How many portfolio companies does Operator Circle have?
Operator Circle has 1 portfolio company in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Operator Circle's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include VÆRIDION.
What was Operator Circle's most recent investment shown here?
Operator Circle's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in VÆRIDION in 2026.
What sectors does Operator Circle focus on?
Operator Circle focuses on Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Frontier & Industrial Tech.
What company stages does Operator Circle focus on?
Operator Circle typically invests at the Early stage.